Memphis style is known for its use of neons and pastel colors, geometric shapes and repetitive patterns. Its boldness is what captivates interior designers to adopt this style created by the Memphis Group.
What is Memphis Style Design?
Memphis design began in 1981 in Milan after the creation of the Memphis Group by designer Ettore Sottsass with other 22 creatives. The group created furniture, fabrics and decor that mixed Art Deco, Pop Art and Kitsch styles.
Initially not well received by critics it was later recognizable as a ground breaking design that shifted the standards of the 80’s design. Emerging once again in the early 21st century, after Sottsass death, it influenced fashion houses like Missoni, Karl Lagerfeld and Christian Dior.
Nowadays is still a trendy interior style that contradicts minimalism – also in vogue – with its ‘more is more’ philosophy.
Know more about Memphis Style here.
Memphis Style homes for inspiration
Memphis Style design made a comeback with its bold furniture, wild patterns and bright colors. If you are looking to renovate your home with this trends, get inspired by these three amazing homes.
A CLASSIC FRENCH APARTMENT BY CHARLES ZANA
Designer Charles Zana’s apartment embraces Memphis style art and furniture. Zana even had his private collection of Ettore Sottsass’s pieces. Combining this style with a french interior design aesthetic, the result is a space that looks that nothing matches. However, this unusual mix is what makes this home so wonderful and unique.
Get the full tour here.
THE CHEEKY APARTMENT BY PUNTOFILIPINO DESIGN
This Milan apartment was designed by Studio Puntofilipino, resulting in an avant-garde and cheeky look. Named Memphis Milano, the interior mixes Memphis Style and mid-century modernism. Maintaining the classic structure it plays with an eclectic sequence of colors, painted walls and metallic details.
The Memphis style is emphasized by the furniture inspired by Art Deco and Pop Art movements. The Studio proved that there is still a place for opposite styles combined in a contemporary home.
See the full project here.
THE MAXIMALISM HOME THAT IS A VISUAL PLEASURE
Going full Memphis, this maximalist home is the epitome of a happy interior. Originally designed by Donald Wexler and recently renewed by Bells + Whistles it is located in Rancho Mirage, in California. Named Marrow Midcentury house it is a community of 10 homes built in 1957.
Keeping it minimal structure, the house is now a visual pleasure for Memphis style lovers. All the walls are covered in bold patterns and the maximalist interior is enhanced by the caractheristic furniture.
See all the inspirational photos here.
Feature image: Design Museum
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